Dubai travel guide
Dubai in November is excellent for sightseeing and desert excursions, with highs near 31°C and lows near 21°C, and very little rain. It is the start of the comfortable season and usually better value than the peak weeks that follow.
Facts checked 2 Nov 2026
Excellent for sightseeing and desert excursions.
This guide explains what Dubai is like in November: the weather, how busy it is, what to plan and who the month suits. Figures are typical values from our destination research, so check a forecast before you travel.
Daytime highs reach about 31°C and lows about 21°C. Rainfall is around 4 mm for the month and humidity is about 63 percent. Excellent for sightseeing and desert excursions. November is the first comfortable month of the season. Highs reach about 31°C and lows about 21°C, so days are warm but manageable and evenings are pleasant. Rain is very light. It is excellent for sightseeing and desert excursions.
November suits almost everyone, and is a strong pick for first-timers, families and couples who want good weather without paying peak-season prices. It is also a good month for desert experiences.
November is warmer than December at about 26°C but cooler than October at about 36°C. It is usually better value than December to February, which are the peak months.
Plan outdoor sightseeing for the cooler hours and keep sunscreen and water with you; lows stay near 21°C. Demand is moderate, so booking a few weeks ahead is usually enough. Choose a hotel with good Metro access, group sightseeing by area instead of crossing the city in one day, and confirm what your desert safari includes. Our packages are land-only, so flights are booked separately.
This guide is compiled from published tourism and weather information and traveller reports about Dubai, and was last checked on 2 November 2026. Weather, prices and schedules change, so confirm details before you book.
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Dubai in November has daytime highs near 31°C and lows near 21°C, with about 4 mm of rain and humidity around 63 percent. Excellent for sightseeing and desert excursions. Check the forecast closer to your dates, because weather varies.
Excellent for sightseeing and desert excursions. Highs reach about 31°C, so plan outdoor activities for the cooler parts of the day where needed and keep indoor attractions as a backup. Compare neighbouring months before you decide.
Rain is light in November, around 4 mm for the month. Dubai is dry for most of the year, so rain rarely changes plans. Heat is the main planning issue, not rain, so pick your days and your hotel with that in mind.
Pack light, breathable clothing, sun protection and comfortable shoes, and plan for strong heat with a hat, sunglasses and a water bottle. Dress modestly for mosques and older districts, and carry a light cover-up for air-conditioned malls.
November is outside the December to February peak, so demand is lower than in mid-winter. Weigh the saving against the weather, which is described as: excellent for sightseeing and desert excursions. Book early if your dates are near the start or end of the peak run.
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